Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.

Dr. biswaraj ghosh, ph.d.

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  • About me

    Award Winning Sustainability/ESG Advisor/Educator/Author/Mentor| Offering Clients Sustainable Solutions in Governance| Climate Risk| Reporting| Decarbonisation| Management Control at Uniqus Consultech Inc.

  • Education

    • Nottingham university business school

      2006 - 2009
      Bachelor of arts - ba accounting and finance first class

      Activities and Societies: •Treasurer at UNICEF Society S •Sponsorship Officer at the Hindu Society •Student Ambassador • Achieved overall First Class.• Student Scholarship Award worth GBP 1,000 for academic excellence.• Ernst & Young Best Student Award for excellence in Financial Reporting module (77%)

    • Nottingham university business school

      2011 - 2012
      Master of science - ms sustainability studies distinction

      Activities and Societies: Student Ambassador • Achieved overall Distinction.• Dissertation: “Exploring the role of Environmental Consultants in the diffusion of Environmental Management Accounting (EMA) in a developing country context”.• Awarded full tuition fee scholarship worth GBP13,900.Modules included:•Supply Chain Management•CSR Strategies•Business Ethics•Advances in CSR•Global Governance•Accounting, Auditing, and Control for CSR

    • Nottingham trent university

      2013 - 2020
      Doctor of philosophy - phd sustainability management, strategy and integration phd

      Activities and Societies: •Student representative •Treasurer at Vegetarian and Vegan Society •Student Mentor and Tutor at Boots Library •Graduate at ParliaMentor and Active Citizen •Undertook Music lessons • Awarded £1,792 as seed corn fund to test self-developed novel survey on sustainability integration.• Awarded a full tuition fee scholarship and bursary worth approximately £24,000 a year.• Undertook a mixed methods study exploring how controls are designed and used according to sustainability strategies. I studied how cultural, strategic, budgetary, compensation, and governance controls are re-designed according to specific sustainability strategies.• Designed a novel survey to… Show more • Awarded £1,792 as seed corn fund to test self-developed novel survey on sustainability integration.• Awarded a full tuition fee scholarship and bursary worth approximately £24,000 a year.• Undertook a mixed methods study exploring how controls are designed and used according to sustainability strategies. I studied how cultural, strategic, budgetary, compensation, and governance controls are re-designed according to specific sustainability strategies.• Designed a novel survey to measure how sustainability strategies informed management control design.• Undertook focused interviews with elite, hard-to-access individuals responsible for sustainability in large UK companies.• Focussed on theory-informed (systems thinking) novel approaches to studying controls for sustainability.• Ph.D. Approved on the first attempt without requests for changes. Show less

  • Experience

    • Tata consumer products limited

      Aug 2008 - Aug 2008
      Finance analyst, product portfolio analysis| performance insights analysis

      • Delivered a key presentation highlighting the successes of the company spanned across five years, recommending feasible solutions to any issues TATA Tea was facing, including an in-depth SWOT analysis recommending potential new products and markets to enter• Examined financial reports from 2006 – 2007 and 2007 -2008, undertaking ratio analysis for the return on capital and debt to equity, among other KPIs• Undertook TATA Tea’s product brand portfolio segregation according to profitability and market volume share• Assigned to develop a solution to the department’s predicament on export reconciliation and revenue recognition process Show less

    • Nottingham university business school

      Jun 2009 - Jan 2013
      Research assistant, csr| governance| marketing

      Research Assistant for CSR, Governance, and Marketing projects• Analysed sustainability reports of 400 top Asian companies to inform two research outputs focused on the ‘Corporate Responsibility in Asia’project• Gathered data using Excel to compile framework and analysed data against community, environment and health and safety parameters• Benchmarked corporations across six sample countries, including gathering in-depth data and studying their CSR activities involving employee welfare and green initiatives• Prepared critical summary of a study related to Human Rights abuses by Chinese State-owned enterprises in Africa, including providing extensive literature reviews and reports by civil society organisations• Undertook telephone surveys for several marketing research studies at Nottingham University Business School, including Technovation• Conducted document analysis for corporate governance-related research projects Show less

    • Apex-works

      Jan 2011 - Feb 2011
      Market researcher, rehabilitation career pathway developer

      • Engaged within the Social Enterprise Solutions Support involved in rehabilitating and reinstating ex-offenders• Developed several career pathways for re-establishing ex-offenders in society • Delivered career development sessions, mentoring, and recruitment guidance (e.g., CV development, interview preparation, etc.)

    • Nhs east midlands

      Mar 2011 - Jan 2013
      Information analyst, rti| annual reporting| stakeholder liaison| data analytics

      • Improved delivery time of General Medical Council Annual Deanery Return by four months, including managing data content, planning resources, and collecting accurate data from different teams for more than 3000 trainee doctors• Informed management assurance decisions by improving information quality, undertaking comparative analysis, creating new reports, and implementing recommendations • Delivered team objectives to assess trainee doctors leveraging limited resources through developing a new approach to operations management during peak periods• Led external stakeholder relations with General Medical Council, including engaging them weekly on updates to Annual Report, setting deadlines, and delivering accurate data• Met multi-stakeholder needs for relevant data, tailoring reports, analysing and supplying data for performance measurement, and Freedom of Information requests• Responsible for ad hoc recruitment projects such as the talent management for a trainee doctor, involving key decision-making and job application coordination, adhering with recruitment policies• Awarded Special Recognition Certificate for excellence in work commitment Show less

    • Freelance

      Mar 2012 - now
      • ESG Career Mentor

        Dec 2022 - now
      • Author

        Mar 2012 - now
    • Nottingham trent university

      Nov 2014 - Sept 2018
      University lecturer, sustainability|leadership|management accounting|research|mentor|consultancy

      • Developed non-specialist students in the application of different accounting and finance techniques• Led a module on Sustainable Financial Management Practice, with 4.8/5 student rating factor• Created student opportunities and enhance student experience as an Academic Mentor• Developed award winning students in organizational sustainability• Contributed to module content and assessment designs• Championed blended learning facilitated by case study based approach, external practitioner speaker discourses, use of innovative online tools as well as games to promote holistic learning• Designed and delivered innovative and research informed sustainability oriented lectures and seminars aimed at both undergraduate and post graduate business and non-business school students• Collaborated with colleagues on several research projects as an analyst contributing through my expertise in NVivo aided data analysis• Facilitated the Nottingham Trent Thinkubator challenge session comprising undergraduate students to provide solutions to problems faced by local businesses• Coached Business School students in areas including academic writing using questioning techniques to facilitate their learning on a one-to-one basis• Delivered presentations at induction workshops to promote Student Mentor services• Engaged in the approval process for diverse courses including LLM, Psychology and Engineering• Completed IEMA approved Auditing and Evaluating Behavior Change training• Audited three University departments on their sustainability practicesTeaching portfolio consisted of nine modules:1. Management Accounting Decisions2. Transformational Leadership3. Sustainable Financial Management Practice4. Sustainability and Diet5. Personal and Professional Development6. Environmental Management Accounting7. Financial Accounting8. Research9. Supervision for Work Placement and Consulting projects Show less

    • Nottingham girls academy

      Dec 2014 - Aug 2015
      Associate teacher, business studies| computer application| university outreach|personal guide

      Teacher Associate promoting UK Government's National Widening Participation scheme• Co-facilitated teaching sessions on Business Studies and Computer Application• Inspired pupils to enter higher education and offer support for their learning• Guided 12th year Grade students on further education and university experience

    • University of kassel

      Aug 2016 - Jun 2017
      Visiting lecturer, environmental management accounting and investment

      • As a visiting scholar, I jointly facilitated the design and delivery of block sessions on Environmental Management Accounting and Investment to 20 Post-Graduate students alongside Professor Christian Herzig• Assessed presentations delivered by 5 student cohorts on a case study related to Environmental Management Accounting and Investment• Provided constructive and critical feedback to help students improve their presentation and solutions oriented skills and content

    • University of derby

      Dec 2016 - Aug 2017
      Qualitative researcher, interview|analysis|reporting|dissemination on pop up marketing

      • Delivered research driven social impact by disseminating findings to Responsible Officers in Borough Councils• Created social impact by supporting Borough Council in an advisory capacity to deliver value• Developed and implemented effective data collection techniques to gather customer insights on pop up retail value creation informing policy making• Delivered over and above the set target of conducting interviews with shoppers reaching over 50 interviews• Mobilised relational capital to identify and secure access to retail units of strategic importance Show less

    • Quantum holistic advisory services

      Jan 2022 - now
      Program director, stakeholder relations|project management|delivery|organisation|technological

      I am currently undertaking an entrepreneurial journey building a family-based consultancy practice. OUR PRACTICE HAS RECEIVED THE PRESTIGIOUS GERMANY-BASED MODERN DAY WORK AWARD UNDER THE EXPLORER CATEGORY. ONLY ORGANISATION IN ASIA TO RECEIVE THE AWARD. MAKING INDIA PROUD! • Co-developed a research-driven website for family-based consultancy practice, www.quantumholisticadvisory.com • Organised a training session in the local community on Effective ways of Dealing with Mental Health through meditative writing practice, benefiting over 30 participants• Generate leads for business development• Responsible for stakeholder management, delivery excellence, ecosystem leadership, operations, and wealth management Show less

    • Livabl

      Jun 2022 - Aug 2022
      Research analyst, sales|content creation|decarbonisation

      Livabl is a Start-Up India recognised Sustainability and Climate Change consulting advisory firm. At Livabl, we help clients mitigate risks, reduce carbon emissions and footprint and adopt sustainable business practices.• At Livabl, I developed competencies within Sales, contributing towards the development of business sales pitch• Identified solutions for Scope 3 decarbonisation strategies• Created content on sustainable living and decarbonisation strategies for Scope 3 emissions published on Medium• Developed and maintained customer information deck Show less

    • Sustainplus

      Jul 2022 - Dec 2022

      I develop strategies contributing to my clients' overall success, value-creation ability, and performance. I offer sustainable solutions in:• Risk Management, specifically relating to Climate-Related Risks (TCFD) both for individual companies and specific countries; • Developing Decarbonisation strategies for Scope 3 emissions; • Developing Extra-financial Reporting focusing on Integrated Reporting and GRI, including gap analysis; • Creating pathways towards integrating I.R. framework and ESG strategies with management controls; • Appraising the quality and content of extra-financial reports; • Undertaking Peer review and analysis; • Recommending carbon offset projects;• Delivering corporate workshops and training• Formulating ESG strategies• Advising on initiatives like EV100, E.V. 100+, LEAF, EP100, RE100, SSI, SAF, TfS, Energise, etc.• Client portfolio includes DRL, HCL, BPCL, LTTS, IFB and Saudi Electricity Show less • Facilitate recruitment activities, including shortlisting candidates, developing job descriptions and person specification• Undertake transitional and physical climate-related risk assessment and develop long-term risk mitigation strategies along with potential financial implications• Develop strategies related to Integrated reporting and reporting content• Formulate ESG/Sustainability integration pathways with internal management controls• Recommend clients relevant ISO standards, and carbon offset projects• Develop and curate content for ESG reporting• Undertake gap analysis, peer review, and bench-marking, and contribute to strategic pathways• Assess the quality and content of ESG reports• Provide consulting and advisory support to our clients for developing ESG strategy and framework• Develop content for intranet, internal mailers, newsletter, etc• Drive ESG capability-building workshops• Write case studies for successful programs and initiatives• Develop a business value-creation model• Proficient at working with CDP, TCFD, SASB, GRI, IR, IPCC, World Bank Climate Knowledge, Statista, IEA, EU Climate Adapt, UK, Germany, and Sweden Environmental Agency, FAMEClients portfolio includes DRL, HCL, BPCL, LTTS, and IFB. Well-versed in cross-sectoral initiatives like EV100, EV 100+, LEAF, EP100, RE100, SSI, SAF, TfS, Energise, etc. Show less

      • Senior Consultant, Sustainability Strategy|Risk|Disclosure|Decarbonisation|Integration

        Oct 2022 - Dec 2022
      • Consultant, Sustainability Strategy|Risk|Disclosure|Decarbonisation|Integration

        Jul 2022 - Oct 2022
    • Uniqus consultech inc.

      Dec 2022 - now

      Undertake TCFD and Climate Risk AssessmentsDevelop content for SRPerform Peer-Gap AnalysisDevelop Decarbonisation strategies for Scope 3 emissions for multiple industries Target SettingWork on ProposalsDevelop Sustainability Governance Process for ClientsUndertake GRI MappingUndertake SASB MappingStrategy Development Conduct Materiality AnalysisDo Research WorkDevelop Policy SynopsisDesign Management Controls for SustainabilityPerform Website AnalysisDevelop ESG Glossary Perform Peer ReviewDevelop ESG KPIs Show less • Provide commentaries on consulting papers including SEBI paper on ESG • Facilitate recruitment activities, including shortlisting candidates, developing job descriptions and person specification• Undertake transitional and physical climate-related risk assessment and develop long-term risk mitigation strategies along with potential financial implications• Develop strategies related to Integrated reporting and reporting content• Formulate ESG/Sustainability integration pathways with internal management controls• Recommend clients relevant ISO standards and carbon offset projects• Develop and curate content for ESG reporting• Undertake gap analysis, peer review, and bench-marking, and contribute to strategic pathways• Assess the quality and content of ESG reports• Provide consulting and advisory support to our clients for developing ESG strategy and framework• Develop content for intranet, internal mailers, newsletter, etc• Drive ESG capability-building workshops• Write case studies for successful programs and initiatives• Develop a business value-creation model• Proficient at working with CDP, TCFD, SASB, GRI, IR, IPCC, World Bank Climate Knowledge, Statista, IEA, EU Climate Adapt, UK, Germany, and Sweden Environmental Agency, FAME• Undertake secondary research on various topics, including Sustainable Agriculture, India's Budget, Sustainability in the Middle East• Prepare proposals for potential clients• Prepare a roadmap timeline using Gantt ChartClient portfolio includes DRL, HCL, BPCL, LTTS, IFB and Saudi Electricity Well-versed in cross-sectoral initiatives like EV100, EV 100+, LEAF, EP100, RE100, SSI, SAF, TfS, Energise, etc.On track to deliver 50 projects Show less

      • Assistant Manager

        Mar 2023 - now
      • Senior Consultant, Sustainability Strategy|Risk|Disclosure|Decarbonisation|Integration

        Dec 2022 - Mar 2023
    • Techopian

      Aug 2023 - Dec 2023
      Talk show esg expert speaker

      Talk about different ESG related aspects.

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Copy right - phd thesis and conceptual framework

      Copyright office, government of india
      Jan 2024
    • Azadi ki amrit mahatsav har ghar tiranga

      The ministry of culture, government of india
      Aug 2022
    • Equipped2lead

      Beverley burton
      Apr 2016
    • German with distinction (level 1)

      Nottingham trent university
      Jun 2016
    • Introduction to auditing and evaluating behavior change (iema approved)

      National union of students (uk)
      Apr 2014
    • Diploma in information technology

      Niit limited
      Aug 2005
    • First aid awareness

      Telford college of arts & technology
      Dec 2009
  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Winner Emerging Sustainability Professional The Sustainability Practitioners Sep 2022
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Awarded £1,792 as seed corn fund to pilot test the self developed survey on management controls and sustainability strategies. Nottingham Business School Feb 2017
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Full PhD Scholarship worth GBP 24,000 per annum. Nottingham Trent University Oct 2013 I was a recipient of the prestigious full academic scholarship worth over GBP 24,000 per year with a monthly stipend.
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Full Tuition Fee Scholarship worth GBP 13,900 University of Nottingham Sep 2011
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      • Ernst & Young Best Student Award Ernst and Young Jul 2008 For excellencing in Financial Reporting module (77%) marked by 2 hour written exam and 1 group course work.
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      • Student Scholarship Award on academic excellence. 2008 Nottingham University Business School 2008 Awarded GBP 1000 scholarship for overall performance during second year of undergraduate studies.
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Awarded Best Table Topics Award by Toastmasters Club. Toastmasters Club Nottingham
    • Awarded to Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
      Awarded Global Lounge Summer Travel Scholarship to undertake further research in Germany Nottingham Trent University
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Local community projects

      Issued by Local community resident forum on Oct 2021
      Local community resident forumAssociated with Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.
    • Treasurer

      Issued by Parkinson's UK on Sept 2014
      Parkinson's UKAssociated with Dr. Biswaraj Ghosh, Ph.D.